Parking Lock Cable: Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE^ Tools Required
- J 43146 tamper-proof bit
1. Remove the console trim plate (1).
2. If equipped with Regular Production Option (RPO) Code (T1A), remove the anti-theft plate and tamper-proof fastener from the shifter using the J 43146 tamper-proof bit.
3. Disconnect the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Solenoid (BTSI) wire harness connector from the BTSI solenoid.
4. Disengage the locking tab on the park lock cable and lift the cable out of the slot in the shifter.
5. Unhook the park lock cable from the park lock cam on the shifter.
6. Remove the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators.
7. Remove the left Instrument Panel (I/P) closeout panel. Refer to I/P Closeout Panel Removal Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - I/P Lower (Left) in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators.
8. Remove the left console side panel. Refer to Console Trim Panel Replacement - Left (LHD) in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators.
9. If equipped with RPO Code (T1A) anti-theft option, the I/P must be removed in order to remove the anti-theft park lock cable which has a ridged housing and cannot be removed with the I/P in the vehicle. Refer to I/P Carrier Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators.
10. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.
11. Depress the locking tab (1) on the cable and pull the cable out of the back of the ignition switch. The locking tab is located on the bottom of the ignition switch facing in the 6 o'clock position.
12. Remove the park lock cable from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. If equipped with Regular Production Option (RPO) Code (T1A) anti-theft option, install the park lock cable into the Instrument Panel (I/P) before installing the I/P into the vehicle. Refer to I/P Carrier Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.
3. Install the park lock cable into the back of the I/P.
4. Align the park lock cable locking tab (1) with its slot in the ignition switch and snap the cable into the switch. The locking tab should be facing downward at the 6 o'clock position.
5. Route the park lock cable back to its original position.
6. Connect the park lock cable to the park lock cam on the shifter and slide the cable housing into the shifter.
7. If equipped with RPO Code (T1A), install the anti-theft plate and tamper-proof fastener onto the shifter using the J 43146 tamper-proof bit.
8. Install the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators.
9. Install the left console side panel. Refer to Console Trim Panel Replacement - Left (LHD) in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators.
10. Install the left I/P closeout panel. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - I/P Lower (Left) in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators.
11. Install the console trim plate (1). Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Console (LHD) in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators.